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📅 HFL Education Governor & Trustee Conference 2026
🗓️ 28 April | 🕕 6–8pm | 💻 Online
FREE for Modern Governor subscribers
🎤 Senior HMI Rakesh Patel on the renewed Ofsted Framework
🤖 AI & curriculum innovation with Chris Carter & Fiona Tobin
Book: [email protected]

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To all in school governance, as the Spring term ends, take a moment to reflect on your achievements, challenges and lessons learned.
As we head into the Easter break, we hope you find time to relax, recharge and reset.
Your dedication and leadership make a difference every day.

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Succession Planning Matters!
Strong boards plan ahead.
Succession planning keeps school governance stable, skilled, and ready for the future—bringing fresh perspectives while supporting the communities we serve.
#ModernGovernor #Governance #SuccessionPlanning

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Loved joining the Clerking and Leadership Briefings with our colleagues at HFL Education this week — always proud to be part of the family.
Mixing real‑time sessions with flexible online learning helps governors stay current, reflect, and keep evolving to serve children best.

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Climate anxiety is rising — so what’s the governor’s role? 🌱
Our latest HFL Governance blog explores how boards can support schools and pupil wellbeing
Read more: https://t.co/SXeybSGFS5
#SchoolGovernance @HFL_Education

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Modern Governor subscribers — you’re in!
Join the Governor & Trustee Conference 2026 FREE as part of the HFL Education family.
Hear from Senior HMI Rakesh Patel, plus Chris Carter & Fiona Tobin on AI + curriculum innovation.
To book email us: [email protected] to book.

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Happy National School Governors’ Awareness Day!
Huge thanks to every governor, trustee, clerk & governance professional. Your dedication makes a real difference — you’re amazing! 💛
#SchoolGovernors #GovernanceMatters #ThankYouGovernors @HFL_Education

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Proud to support #RaceEqualityWeek 2026.
This year’s theme #ChangeNeedsAllOfUs reminds us that creating truly inclusive school communities takes collective action.
Modern Governor stands with the thousands of organisations committed to tackling race inequality.
#SchoolGovernance

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Got your Modern Governor badge yet?
Our digital badges recognise the real impact governors make. Complete a pathway that fits your experience and share your achievement proudly. @HFL_Education
#SchoolGovernors #ModernGovernor #CPD

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Our very own Jonathan Ellam, HFL Governance Adviser, has written a great article for HT Update: 'Strong governance = strong schools. How can headteachers work effectively with governors & trustees?' Read the article here: https://t.co/2Smi8kBL0W

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To volunteer or not to volunteer?
Thinking about becoming a school governor or trustee? Our latest HFL Governance blog explores the impact and benefits of these vital roles.
👉 Read more: https://t.co/bS6ZmdLSFK
#SchoolGovernance #Volunteer #EducationMatters

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Thank you to all governance volunteers and professionals for your time, expertise & dedication in 2025. Your work makes a real difference to schools, trusts & communities.
Wishing you a joyful & peaceful Christmas from all at Modern Governor, part of the @HFL_Education family.

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🎉 Big news! Our parent company, @HFL_Education has won at the Education Today School & Supplier Awards 2025! 🏆 Proud to be part of their mission to support schools & governance. #EducationAwards #HFLeducation #ModernGovernor

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We won Overall Supplier/Company of the Year!!!🥳

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Busy week connecting with @HFL_Education Governance colleagues—sharing ideas, planning strategically & even making time for festive wellbeing treats! 🎄
What’s your go-to wellbeing boost? #SchoolGovernance #Wellbeing #ModernGovernor

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“Schools need both independence and interdependence.”

AEPA’s latest report, Belonging and Excellence, shows how partnerships are helping leaders and teachers thrive through trust, collaboration and shared purpose.

Read more: https://t.co/Vo1d9LKk2v

@AEPAssoc
#BelongingAndExcellence #LocalPartnerships #AEPA #PlaceMatters

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Keeping our knowledge fresh!
This week at Modern Governor we joined the AEPA briefing on Curriculum Assessment Review with Becky Francis and explored Ofsted updates with the HFL Education team.
What PL have you done recently? #SchoolGovernance #ProfessionalLearning #Ofsted

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Great to be part of the HFL Education Governance Leadership Briefing last night — packed with insights on anti-fraud, financial sustainability, Ofsted, HR & governor priorities. Collaboration = better outcomes! 🙌 #SchoolGovernance #HFLGovernance #EducationLeadership

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Great to spend the day with HFL Education colleagues, sharing ideas on how we support schools, settings & trusts.
💬 “We each play a role in steering the course for children’s success.”
Together, we’re driving better outcomes for children.
#EducationMatters #Governance

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✅ Monitor training
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Our admin dashboard makes it easy.
#SchoolGovernance #GovernorTraining

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Strong governance needs strong tools.
The DfE has released new resources to support strategic leadership, agile structures, and smarter board reporting. Explore what’s new and help your board lead with impact.
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